D. ALL OF THE ABOVE.
A verbal phrase consists of a verbal and a modifier or any object. Verbal is the term used to define a verb form that does not function as a verb in a sentence. Instead it functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb.
Three types of verbal phrase
Gerund phrase - consists of a gerund (-ing) and a modifier or object. Functions as a noun and can be a subject, subject complement, object, or appositive int he sentence.
Infinitive phrase - begins with an infinitive and is followed by an object or modifier. It almost always begin with "to" and is followed by the verb.
Participial phrase - always functions as an adjective in the sentence; consists of past or present participle with any object or modifier.
Is this for "the diary of Anne frank", cause if it is, then your answer is "she explains the spread of diptheria through their support network". i hope this has come to help you and any other people that had the same question. plus i know this is correct because i had the same question a while ago and im looking at the correct answer rn. so your welcome peps.
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Answer: B loyalty He is clearly touched by the memory and it brings him to tears. He was faithful to his master to the end.
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